It was the intent of the Legislative Assembly in enacting ORS chapters 195, 196, 197, 197A, 215 and 227 not to prohibit, deter, delay or increase the cost of appropriate development, but to enhance economic development and opportunity for the benefit of all citizens.
ORS 197.707
Applied in 3 court decisions — leading case 95 Or. App. 22 - Benjfran Development, Inc. v. Metropolitan Service District (1989)
Most recently applied in 173 Or. App. 321 - Residents of Rosemont v. Metro (April 2001)
1983 c.827 §16
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Official source: Oregon State Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain Oregon statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.